Cataract anterior polar dominant

Overview

Cataract, anterior polar, dominant: A rare, dominantly inherited type of cataract which is characterized by small opacities on the front surface of the eye lens. Vision is usually not affected and the cataract is not associated with any other abnormalities. Type 1 is caused by a genetic defect on chromosome 14q24-qter.

Symptoms

The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Cataract, anterior polar, dominant includes the 2 symptoms listed below: * Cataract * Lens opacities

Diagnosis

These home medical tests may be relevant to Cataract, anterior polar, dominant: * Vision and Eye Health: Home Testing: * Home Eye Tests * Home Vision Tests

Treatment

* Eye Health Specialists (Ophthalmology): o Ophthalmology (Eye Specialist)